The Kano State Police Command has arrested a wanted notorious thug who has been on its trail for coordinating thuggery-related activities and mobile phone robberies in Rimin Kebe and its environs.
The operation was conducted under the direction of the Commissioner of Police, Kano State Command, CP Ibrahim Adamu Bakori, the command said in a statement on Thursday.
“On 5th November, 2026 at about 8:40pm, surveillance operatives attached to Zango Police Division, acting on credible intelligence and sustained monitoring, arrested Umar Usman, 25, of Rimin Kebe Quarter, Kano, popularly known as ‘Ta’ambo’, it said.
The suspect, a notorious ‘Dandaba’, has been terrorising residents of Rimin Kebe, Ramin Research Area and along Galula Hospital, where he allegedly coordinated thuggery activities and mobile phone robberies, causing fear and disrupting public peace in the areas.
His attacks also include causing injuries to security personnel within his locality, in addition to coordinated attacks, intimidation of residents, and snatching of mobile phones and other valuables.
The Command had placed the suspect on its wanted list following series of complaints and intelligence reports linking him to the crimes. His arrest is the result of weeks of discreet surveillance and community-driven intelligence.
Residents and community leaders in the affected areas have described the arrest as a major breakthrough, expressing optimism that it will bring an end to thuggery activities in Rimin Kebe and its environs.
The suspect is currently in police custody and undergoing discreet investigation. Efforts are ongoing to arrest other members of his gang, recover stolen items and arms used in the commission of the crimes, and establish his involvement in other reported cases. Upon completion of investigation, he will be charged to court.
The Commissioner of Police commended the officers of Zango Division for their professionalism, vigilance and timely action, and appreciated members of the public for their continued cooperation and provision of credible information.
The Command reiterated its commitment to rid Kano State of thuggery, phone snatching, attacks on security personnel and all forms of violent crimes. Members of the public are urged to remain vigilant and report any suspicious persons or activities to the nearest Police Station or through the Command’s emergency lines.
